CLEAN : Half of Washington's cherry blossoms dead after cold snap

CLEAN : Half of Washington's cherry blossoms dead after cold snap

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10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the impact of cold weather on cherry blossoms, highlighting how they are protected during the bloom stage but can be damaged by cold temperatures. This year, unprecedented weather conditions, including a significant snowfall and bitter cold, threaten the blossoms. If temperatures drop to 24 degrees, there could be a 90% loss of blossoms. February was the warmest on record, causing early blooming, but a cold snap has now endangered the blossoms.

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What signs indicate that the cherry blossoms have been damaged?

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What unusual weather conditions have affected the cherry blossoms this year?

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How much loss of blossoms is predicted if temperatures drop to 24 degrees?

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What was significant about February in relation to the cherry blossoms?

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What date was projected for peak bloom this year, and why was it notable?

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